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I'm in.DHASG February 2014 Challenge
Duration: 2/1/14 - 2/28/14
Read 9/9 (Level: Love Jones)
1. Let Love Rule!: Fix You, 2/5/2014, 3*
2. Cupid strikes again!: -
3. Black History Month: -
4. Love Stinks!: (The main character is determined not to fall in love but does eventually) When Lightning Strikes, 2/15/2014, 4*
5. How do you say I love you?: -
6. Honest Abe!: Cry Wolf (H is black-haired) 2/7/2014, 3*
7. Romantic Comedy: Truce: The Historic Neighbor from Hell, 2/2/2014, 3.5*
8. When they first met: It Had to Be You, 2/17/2014, 4*
9. Love in other forms: (Philia-Friendship) The Edge of Never, 2/14/2014, 3*
10. Let’s Celebrate!: (Chinese New Year - book set in China) Cinder, 2/3/2014, 3.5*
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: (Love Your Pet Day) Texas Glory, 2/25/2014, 4.5*
12. Leap Day: The Girl in the Steel Corset, 2/8/2014, 3.5*
11/10-121. Let Love Rule!:
2. Cupid strikes again!:
3. Black History Month: (great athletes)
4. Love Stinks!:
5. How do you say I love you?:
6. Honest Abe!: (16th book in series)
7. Romantic Comedy:
8. When they first met:
9. Love in other forms: (Agape-Unconditional Love)
10. Let’s Celebrate!: (International Friendship Day)
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: (Dump Your Significant Jerk Day)
12. Leap Day:
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I'm in. 7/121. Let Love Rule!: Salvation 2/2
2. Cupid strikes again!:
3. Black History Month:
4. Love Stinks!: Tough Luck 2/8 (The main character doesn't hate love but he never wants to fall in love again because he doesn't think he deserves it).
5. How do you say I love you?:
6. Honest Abe!: Kentucky - Losing Control 2/8
7. Romantic Comedy: Perfection 2/7
8. When they first met:
9. Love in other forms:
10. Let’s Celebrate!: Mardi Gras - Raw 2/4 (a short scene reflecting on how she celebrated Mardi Gras with her friends)
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?:Dump Your Significant Jerk Day Poughkeepsie 2/1
12. Leap Day: Fallen 2/6
Danielle The Book Huntress (Angels Weep For Goodreads) wrote: "Sorry my formatting was so horrible on #5. I fixed it!"Abraham Lincoln is born in Kentucky.
Dangerous Hero Addict Support GroupDHASG February 2014 Challenge
Duration: 2/1/2014 - 2/28/2014
Progress: 10 out of 10 (Love Doctor: Read 10-12 books)
1. Let Love Rule!: Read a book that has a sublimely happy ending in which love conquers all:
Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward - **** - 2/3/2014
2. Cupid strikes again!: Read a book in which one of the characters matchmakes or engineers a successful love connection between the two leads (or at least prominent secondary characters). The main character could also be the embodiment of Cupid/Eros or at least figuratively acts as Cupid:
Harvest Hunting by Yasmine Galenorn - *** - 2/20/2014
3. Black History Month: In the United States and Canada, February is the month in which we celebrate the history of black people or African-Americans. Read a book that touches on the many contributions of and the diverse and rich cultural heritage of black Americans.
4. Love Stinks!: Read a book where the main character hates love and is determined not to fall in love (but does eventually):
Lost Lake by Sarah Addison Allen - ***** - 2/24/2014
5. How do you say I love you?: For this challenge, I will give you the phrase, “I love you.” In several different languages: Read a book that represents one of these translations. “Yo te quiero”-Spanish, “Je t'adore”—French, “Ich liebe dich”—German, “Ani Ohev/Ohevet Otach”—Hebrew,“Thečhíȟila“ –Lakota Sioux, “Ja teb'a l'ubl'u!”—Russian. You can find another translation and use it here as well. Let us know where it’s from in parentheses for your stats:
It's All Greek to Me by Katie MacAlister - **** - 2/23/2014 - Σ'αγαπώ in Greek!
6. Honest Abe!: Abraham Lincoln’s birthday is celebrated in February (February 12th). Abraham Lincoln was born in Illinois, he was the 16th president. He was president during the War Between the States, signed the Emanicipation Proclamation, which freed all the slaves in America, was assassinated, he was very tall (6’4”), he was considered homely or unattractive, he wore a beard later in life, and was black-haired with gray eyes. Read a book with character(s) who embody any of the above traits of Abraham Lincoln.
Summer Knight by Jim Butcher - ***** - 2/13/2014 - Set in Illinois
7. Romantic Comedy: Since it’s February, read a book that reminds you of a romantic comedy in storyline, characters, or even has a similar or the same name as one of your favorite rom-coms:
The Christmas Wedding by James Patterson - *** - 2/14/2014
8. When they first met: Read a book that has a very unique ‘first meeting’ between the main couple:
Fly Away by Kristin Hannah - **** - 2/7/2014
9. Love in other forms: Love isn’t just of the romantic variety. Read a book that showcases another kind of love. The four types of love are: Storge-Affection, Philia-Friendship, Eros-Romance, Agape-Unconditional Love. Choose any of the three except for Eros, and read a book that represents that love in some way. The book can be a romance, but you should reflect on another type of love in its storyline. The alternative is to read a book about something you love. Please tell us what that is in parentheses in your stats.
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini - **** - 2/10/2014 - Unconditional Love
10. Let’s Celebrate!: Pick one of the following February holidays to showcase in your reading: Ash Wednesday, Mardi Gras, Chinese New Year, Groundhog Day, International Friendship Day.
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: Here are a few really strange holidays in February. Choose one and read a book for it: Be Electrific Day:
Ever After by Kim Harrison - ***** - 2/18/2014
12. Leap Day: Leap Day only comes around every four years, so we’ll honor it by throwing in a few book for you. Pick any book you want to read for this one:
Devil of the Highlands by Lynsay Sands - *** - 2/11/2014
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Abraham Lincoln is born in Kentucky."
Right you are. Changed it in the challenge.
DHASG February ChallengeDuration: 02/01/14-02/28/14
Level: Love Jones
Progress: 6 of 5-9
1. Let Love Rule!:
2. Black History Month:
3. Love Stinks!:
4. Romantic Comedy:
5. When they first met:
6. Leap Day:
I'm go with Love Jone:7/5-9
01. Let Love Rule!: Read a book that has a sublimely happy ending in which love conquers all.
02. Cupid strikes again!: Read a book in which one of the characters matchmakes or engineers a successful love connection between the two leads (or at least prominent secondary characters). The main character could also be the embodiment of Cupid/Eros or at least figuratively acts as Cupid.
03. Black History Month: In the United States and Canada, February is the month in which we celebrate the history of black people or African-Americans. Read a book that touches on the many contributions of and the diverse and rich cultural heritage of black Americans.
04. Love Stinks!: Gideon - Jacquelyn Frank
05. How do you say I love you?: For this challenge, I will give you the phrase, “I love you.” In several different languages. Read a book that represents one of these translations. “Yo te quiero”-Spanish, “Je t'adore”—French, “Ich liebe dich”—German, “Ani Ohev/Ohevet Otach”—Hebrew,“Thečhíȟila“ –Lakota Sioux, “Ja teb'a l'ubl'u!”—Russian. You can find another translation and use it here as well. Let us know where it’s from in parentheses for your stats.
06. Honest Abe!: Noah - Jacquelyn Frank [Great Ruler]
07. Romantic Comedy: The Wedding Date - Christie Ridgway[The Wedding Date]
08. When they first met: Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank
09. Love in other forms: Philia - Mortal Temptations - Allyson James
10. Let’s Celebrate!: Damien - Jacquelyn Frank [International Friendship Day]
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: Here are a few really strange holidays in February. Choose one and read a book for it. Working Naked Day, Dump Your Significant Jerk Day, Get a Different Name Day, My Way Day, Love Your Pet Day, Be Electrific Day.
12. Leap Day: Adam - Jacquelyn Frank
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Level: Love Doctor
Completed: 10/12
DONE 1. Let Love Rule!: Read a book that has a sublimely happy ending in which love conquers all. City of Jasmine by Deanna Rayburn 2/27
DONE 3. Black History Month: Saga, Volume 3 by Brian K. Vaughan (heroine is black) 2/8
DONE 4. Love Stinks!:Eternal Demon by Laura Wright 2/5
DONE 5. How do you say I love you?: For this challenge, I will give you the phrase, “I love you.” “Ani Ohev/Ohevet Otach”—Hebrew--The Daily Devotional Series: The Gospel of John 2/22 (about Jesus and John who is of Hebrew descent)
DONE 6. Honest Abe!: he was very tall (6’4”), he was considered homely or unattractive-- (Hero has scars and is tall) Betting the Rainbow by Jodi Thomas 2/22
DONE 8. When they first met: Read a book that has a very unique ‘first meeting’ between the main couple.--Standing in the Shadows by Shannon McKenna--hero was heroine's dad's mentor and partner in the FBI 2/9
DONE 9. Love in other forms: Love isn’t just of the romantic variety. Read a book that showcases another kind of love., Philia-Friendship--Everville, The First Pillar by Roy Huff 2/5
DONE 10. Let’s Celebrate!: International Friendship Day--Encounters of Sherlock Holmes by various (Holmes and Watson are friends) 2/17
DONE 11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: Hellblazer, Volume 3: The Fear Machine by Jamie Delano (Working Naked Day--hero uses sex to save the day)
2/15
DONE 12. Leap Day: Leap Day only comes around every four years, so we’ll honor it by throwing in a few book for you. Pick any book you want to read for this one--Crimes Against Magic by Steve McHugh 2/27
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DHASG February Challenge
Introduction: The second month of the year is exciting in that it has some iconic holidays, and it’s the second full month of winter. With this challenge, the goal is to take some representative aspects of February, most notably St. Valentine’s Day, and challenge ourselves to read books that showcase these elements of the month. Hope you’ll join us!
Instructions:
1. Each participant can can sign up at any time from the opening of thread and post their final stats when finished.
2. Books must be read between February 1st and February 28th, 2013.
3. One book counts for one part of the challenge.
4. Books can be of any genre unless specifically stated.
Levels:
1. Love Doctor: Read 10-12 books
2. Love Jones: Read 5-9 books
3. Love is a Four Letter Word!: Read 4 books
1. Let Love Rule!: Read a book that has a sublimely happy ending in which love conquers all.
2. Cupid strikes again!: Read a book in which one of the characters matchmakes or engineers a successful love connection between the two leads (or at least prominent secondary characters). The main character could also be the embodiment of Cupid/Eros or at least figuratively acts as Cupid.
3. Black History Month: In the United States and Canada, February is the month in which we celebrate the history of black people or African-Americans. Read a book that touches on the many contributions of and the diverse and rich cultural heritage of black Americans.
4. Love Stinks!: Read a book where the main character hates love and is determined not to fall in love (but does eventually).
5. How do you say I love you?: For this challenge, I will give you the phrase, “I love you.” In several different languages. Read a book that represents one of these translations. “Yo te quiero”-Spanish, “Je t'adore”—French, “Ich liebe dich”—German, “Ani Ohev/Ohevet Otach”—Hebrew,“Thečhíȟila“ –Lakota Sioux, “Ja teb'a l'ubl'u!”—Russian. You can find another translation and use it here as well. Let us know where it’s from in parentheses for your stats.
6. Honest Abe!: Abraham Lincoln’s birthday is celebrated in February (February 12th). Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky, but associated highly with the state of Illinois, which is called the Land of Lincoln. He was the 16th president. He was president during the War Between the States, signed the Emanicipation Proclamation, which freed all the slaves in America, was assassinated, he was very tall (6’4”), he was considered homely or unattractive, he wore a beard later in life, and was black-haired with gray eyes. Read a book with character(s) who embody any of the above traits of Abraham Lincoln.
7. Romantic Comedy: Since it’s February, read a book that reminds you of a romantic comedy in storyline, characters, or even has a similar or the same name as one of your favorite rom-coms.
8. When they first met: Read a book that has a very unique ‘first meeting’ between the main couple.
9. Love in other forms: Love isn’t just of the romantic variety. Read a book that showcases another kind of love. The four types of love are: Storge-Affection, Philia-Friendship, Eros-Romance, Agape-Unconditional Love. Choose any of the three except for Eros, and read a book that represents that love in some way. The book can be a romance, but you should reflect on another type of love in its storyline. The alternative is to read a book about something you love. Please tell us what that is in parentheses in your stats.
10. Let’s Celebrate!: Pick one of the following February holidays to showcase in your reading: Ash Wednesday, Mardi Gras, Chinese New Year, Groundhog Day, International Friendship Day.
11. They Celebrate That Day in February?: Here are a few really strange holidays in February. Choose one and read a book for it. Working Naked Day, Dump Your Significant Jerk Day, Get a Different Name Day, My Way Day, Love Your Pet Day, Be Electrific Day.
12. Leap Day: Leap Day only comes around every four years, so we’ll honor it by throwing in a few book for you. Pick any book you want to read for this one.
Information about the month of February taken from various sites I don’t own!
Challenge Participants
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Danielle The Book Huntress
Brandi
Suzanne